The cost of getting a 1-800-CALLDOC® Physician Housecall is probably a lot less then you think. Here are some guidelines based on various insurance plans:
Medicare
Housecalls are covered in the same manner as a visit to your office-based doctor. If you normally pay $0 out of pocket to see your office-based doctor, you will pay $0 out of pocket for a 1-800-CALLDOC® Physician Housecall. Also, just like when you visit your office-based doctor, your annual deductible must be met before your Medicare insurance covers the expense.
For most people who have Medicare and a Medigap supplement plan (or MediCal as a secondary payor), the out-of-pocket cost for the patient is $0 after any deductible is met.
PPO Member
A 1-800-CALLDOC® Physician Housecall is covered by your PPO plan as an “out-of-network” benefit. Check your PPO plan information to determine the percent of the cost for which you will be responsible.
HMO Member
We will bill your HMO for your housecall, however, you will be responsible for any portion of the cost not covered by your HMO.
Please call 1-800-CALLDOC®’s billing department at 619-260-6300 ext. 232 with any questions.
